Acropolis Museum
Athens, Greece
About This Activity
The Acropolis Museum sits at the foot of the sacred hill and houses thousands of artifacts discovered on the Acropolis, including the original Caryatid statues (replaced by replicas on the Erechtheion), the Parthenon frieze gallery with dramatic controversy over the Elgin Marbles, and finds from the Archaic period. The top floor is enclosed in glass with a direct view of the Parthenon. Allow 1.5-2 hours. Adult ticket is €10.
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